2020 Volvo Xc90 Twin Engine Owner's Manual
Year:
2020
Make:
Volvo
Model:
Xc90 Twin Engine
Rating:
Table of Contents
Vehicle's center display
20
Mobile app
20
Volvo Cars support site
20
Printed information
20
Start page
23
Categories
23
Quick Guide
23
Exterior and interior hotspots
23
Favorites
23
Saving or deleting favorite articles
23
Video
23
Information
24
Using the search function in the Top menu
24
Maps
25
Mobile apps
25
Owner's manuals in PDF format
25
Contact
25
Risk of injury
26
Risk of damage
26
Information
26
Illustrations, images and video clips
27
Registering your Volvo IDto the vehicle
31
Twin Enginevehicles
32
Support
33
Prevention
33
Protection
33
Head-up display
35
Instrument panel
35
Center display
36
Voice control system
36
Type approval
41
Related information
42
Technician certification
42
Warning symbol in the instrument panel
46
Seat belt
47
Seating position
47
Occupant safety reminders
48
Transport Canada can be contacted at:
49
Seating position
51
Seat belt maintenance
51
Buckling seat belts
52
Unbuckling seat belts
54
Standard seat belt tensioners
54
Electric seat belt tensioners
54
Front seats
56
Rear seat
56
Door/hood/tailgate and fuel filler door reminder
56
Deployed airbags
57
The front airbag system
58
Front airbag deployment
58
Airbag decals
60
Disabling the passenger's side front airbag
61
Modifications
62
Starting the vehicle when it is in safety mode
66
Moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode
67
Volvo has some very specific recommendations
69
When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:
71
Child restraint registration and recalls
71
Securing an infant seat with a seat belt
71
Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt
74
Securing a booster cushion
76
Securing a child seat
78
Location of child seat attachment points
79
To access the anchors
80
Steering wheel and dashboard
86
Ceiling console
86
Center and tunnel console
86
Driver's door
87
Dynamic symbol
89
Selecting type of information
90
Select theme
90
Select language
90
For example:
92
Symbols in the hybrid battery gauge
93
Trip odometer
93
Odometer
93
Current fuel consumption
93
Starting values for fully charged hybrid battery
94
Mileage when using electric motor
94
Tourist - alternative speedometer
94
Automatic time for vehicles with GPS
98
Daylight savings time
98
App menu functions
109
Opening and closing the app menu
110
Navigating and making selections in the App menu
110
Using the center display's touchscreen
117
Returning to Home view from another view
119
Scrolling in lists, articles or views
119
Using the center display controls
119
Home view
120
Status bar
121
Top view
121
Climate view
121
App view
122
Function view
122
Expanding a tile from standard mode
125
Opening or closing a tile in full-screen mode
126
Different types of buttons
127
Button modes
128
Variants of letters or characters
133
Adding or deleting languages in Settings
134
Toggling between keyboard languages
134
Third-party apps
138
Two types of reset
139
Resetting settings
139
My Car
140
Sound
140
Navigation
140
Media
140
Communication
140
Climate
140
System
141
Global settings
141
Personal settings
141
Linking a remote key to a specific driver profile
143
City Safetyin head-up-display
148
Selecting display options
149
Adjusting brightness and height position
149
Calibrating the horizontal position
150
What is voice control?
150
System updates
151
Starting voice control
151
Canceling voice control
152
Numbers
153
Speech rate and repeat mode
153
Sound settings
155
Language settings
155
Exterior lighting
158
Thumbwheel in instrument panel
159
High beam flash
162
High beams
162
Activating active high beams
163
Limitations for active high beams
163
Triple flash indicator
164
Continuous flashing sequence
164
Deactivating/activating the function
165
Reading lights
168
Passenger compartment lighting
168
Courtesy lighting auto switch
168
Rear roof lighting
168
Glove compartment lighting
168
Vanity mirror lighting
168
Ground lighting
168
Doorsill lighting
169
Cargo compartment lighting
169
Ambient Lighting
169
Mood lighting
169
Lighting in the door storage compartments
169
Lighting in the tunnel console's front cup holder
169
Changing the brightness
170
Changing the color of the light
170
Rear door – manually operated
175
Rearview mirror
176
Door mirrors
176
Auto-dim
176
Controls used for door mirrors
177
Automatically folding door mirrors
177
Resetting the mirrors' position
177
Tilting when parking
178
Automatically tilting when parking
178
Automatic folding when the vehicle is locked
178
Wind blocker
179
Manual operation
181
Auto operation
181
Automatic operation - rapid opening or closing
181
Single sweep
183
Wipers off
183
Interval wipers
183
Continuous wipers
183
Activating the rain sensor
184
Deactivate the rain sensor
184
Activating/deactivating memory function
185
Starting the windshield and headlight washers
186
Headlight washer
186
Reduced washing
186
Activating the rear window wiper/washer
187
Storing positions
193
Front door open
193
Front door closed
194
Restarting the massage function
195
Adjusting front seat massage settings
195
Adjusting seat cushion length using the multifunction control
196
Manually adjusting seat cushion length
196
Adjusting lumbar support in vehicles with four-way lumbar support
198
Adjusting lumbar support in vehicles with two-way lumbar support
198
Activating the function
199
Adjust passenger seat
199
Center seat
200
Outboard seats
201
Adjusting the center head restraint
202
Electrically folding down the rear seat's outboard head restraints
203
Adjusting seats in a 6-seat vehicle
204
Center seat
204
Outboard seats
205
Horn
207
4-zone climate system
210
Location of the sensors
210
Materials used in the passenger compartment
212
Air filtering systems
212
Replacing the passenger compartment filter
215
Automatic and manual air distribution
215
Adjustable air vents
215
Opening and closing the air vents
217
Directing air flow
217
Physical buttons in the center console
221
Main climate
221
Rear climate control
222
Parking climate
222
Climate controls on the rear side of the tunnel console
222
Activating and deactivating the heated rear seats from the front seats
224
Activating and deactivating the heated rear seats from the rear seat
224
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center console
227
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center display
228
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors from the center console
228
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors from the center display
229
Setting blower speed for the rear seats from the front seats
230
Setting blower speed for the rear seats from the rear seats
231
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the front seats
232
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the rear seats
233
Starting and stopping from the vehicle
236
Starting from app
236
Adding a timer setting
237
Editing a timer setting
238
Battery and charging
242
Exterior confirmation
246
Front door
246
Rear door
247
Other indicators
247
Remote key buttons
248
Button-less key (Key Tag)
249
Red Key - restricted remote key
249
Interference
249
Locking when the tailgate is open
250
Unlocking with remote key
251
Automatic relocking
251
Remote key not working
251
Manual use
252
Keylessuse
252
If the remote key is removed from the vehicle
253
Opening the key and replacing the battery
253
Loss of a remote key
256
Driver profile for Red Key
257
Ordering a Red Key
257
Set Time Gap For Adaptive Cruise Control
258
Reduced Maximum Volume
258
Max Speed Limit
258
Speed Limit Warning
258
Driver support functions
258
Using the detachable key blade
259
Detaching the key blade
259
Disarming the alarm and starting the vehicle
260
Locking
260
Remote immobilizer with tracking system
261
Alarm system
262
Remote keys (Passive Entry/Passive Start)
262
Immobilizer and Passive Entry/Passive Start systems
262
Door handle
263
Tailgate handle
263
Locking when the tailgate is open
264
Keyless unlocking
265
Automatic relocking
265
Alternative unlocking method
267
Locking using the front door buttons
267
Locking using the rear door button
268
Unlocking the rear door
268
Activating and deactivating manual child safety locks
269
Activating and deactivating electricchild safety locks
269
Opening
271
Closing
271
Closing and locking
272
Interrupting opening or closing
273
Pinch protection
273
Preloaded springs
273
Interrupting opening or closing with a foot movement
275
Vehicle with skid plate accessory
275
Entering security code before initial use
276
Activating private locking
277
Forgotten security code
277
Alarm signals
278
Alarm indicator
278
In the event of alarm system failure
278
Disarming the alarm without a functioning remote key
279
Turning off a triggered alarm
279
Automatically arming and disarming the alarm
279
Changing the level of steering wheel resistance
283
Stability control
283
Spin control and active yaw control
283
Engine drag control
284
Trailer Stability Assist
284
Overview
289
Using engine braking instead of applying the brakes
290
Reactivating cruise control to the last stored speed
291
Standby mode due to action by the driver
292
Automatic standby mode
292
Instrument panel
294
Reactivating Adaptive Cruise Control to the last stored speed
295
Additional markings in the instrument panel
295
Standby mode due to action by the driver
297
Automatic standby mode
297
Steep roads and/or heavy loads
298
Other limitations
298
How Pilot Assistworks
302
In curves and forks in the road
303
Pilot Assiststrives to keep the vehicle in the center of the lane
303
Hands on the steering wheel
303
Controls
304
Instrument panel
305
Reactivating Pilot Assistto the last stored speed
305
Additional markings in the instrument panel
306
Standby mode due to action by the driver
307
Automatic standby mode
307
Steep roads and/or heavy loads
309
Other limitations
309
Automatic standby mode when switching targets
313
Deactivation of the Auto-hold brake function
316
Auto Activate Parking Brake
316
How passing assistance works
319
Obstructed camera
324
High temperatures
325
Vehicle speed
325
Limited field of vision
326
Blind sectors
327
Defective camera
327
Lighting conditions
327
Rear Park Assist Camera
327
1 - Collision warning
331
2 - Brake assistance
331
3 - Auto-brake
331
Vehicles
333
Cyclists
333
Pedestrians
334
Large animals
335
Low objects
339
Slippery road conditions
339
Backlighting
339
Heat
339
Backing up
339
Low speed
339
Active driver
339
Other limitations
340
Market limitations
341
Signs for \School\ and \Children playing\
353
Speed Limit Warning
354
Speed camera warning
355
Activating Speed Warning
355
Adjusting the Speed Warning limit
355
Activating audible alert for Speed Warning.
355
Activating Speed camera warning
355
Lane Keeping Aid does not intervene
360
Hands on the steering wheel
360
Front camera
373
Back
373
Side sensors
374
Camera view when backing up
383
Camera view when manually activating the camera
383
Automatically deactivating the camera
384
Searching and measuring potential parking spots
388
Backing into a parking space
389
Positioning the vehicle in the parking space
390
Auto-brake during a parking sequence
390
The parking sequence is cancelled
392
Driver responsibility
392
No electrical current
396
Towing not permitted
396
Exterior engine noise
396
High-voltage electrical current
396
Charging using the gasoline engine
398
Fuse
399
Charging cable components
401
Charging cable automatically locks
409
Error messages
415
Selecting an ignition mode
418
Anti-lock brakes
419
Light braking charges the hybrid battery
420
Symbols in the instrument panel
420
Symbol in the instrument panel
424
Automatic activation
424
Deactivating manually
424
Deactivating automatically
424
Low battery charge level
425
Replacing brake pads
425
Symbols in the instrument panel
426
Symbols in the instrument panel
427
When shutting off
427
Symbols in the instrument panel
429
Park - P
430
Reverse - R
431
Neutral - N
431
Ddrive mode
431
Brake - B
431
Activating the steering wheel paddles
431
Manual deactivation in gear D and B
432
Automatic deactivation
432
From Park - P
432
From Neutral - N
432
Messages in the instrument panel
432
Two drive systems
434
Climate settings at low temperatures
435
Using the electric motor in hot or cold weather
435
Emission control system
435
Hybrid
436
Information in the instrument panel
436
Pure
437
ECO Climate
437
Off Road
437
Constant AWD
438
Power
438
Individual
439
Using the electric or combustion engine
439
Function
441
Requirements for the function
441
Usage tips
441
Pneumatic suspension and shock absorbers
442
Parking
442
Transporting
442
Symbols and messages in driver display
443
Easy Entry and Exit Suspension Control
445
Disable Leveling Control
445
Selecting Low Speed Control in the center display's Function view
446
Function
447
To keep in mind when using HDC
447
Selecting Hill Descent Control in the center display's Function view
448
Factors the driver cannot control
450
Factors the driver can control
450
Hold
451
Charge
451
Symbols in the instrument panel
451
Slippery driving conditions
453
Refueling the vehicle at a service station
455
Refueling from a fuel container
456
Deposit control gasoline (gasoline with detergent additives)
456
Alcohol - Ethanol
457
Methanol
457
Decals
458
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
458
Fuel Formulations
458
Use of Additives
458
Demanding driving
459
Three-way catalytic converter
459
Heated oxygen sensors
459
Symbols in the instrument panel
460
Folding out the hitch
463
Retracting the hitch
464
Hitch-mounted bicycle holder
464
Loading the bicycle holder
465
Installing the ball holder
466
Removing the ball holder
466
Stowing the ball holder
466
Driving with a trailer
466
Trailer weights
468
Steep inclines
468
Parking on a hill
468
Starting on a hill
468
Reasons for swaying
469
Trailer Stability Assist function
469
Trailer turn signals and brake lights
470
Automatic check
470
Disabling the automatic check
470
Manual check
470
Towing another vehicle
471
Jump starting
471
Attaching the towing eyelet
471
Removing the towing eyelet
472
General
473
Programming individual buttons
475
Resetting the HomeLink®buttons
475
FCC (USA) and IC (Canada)
476
Type approval for EU
476
Sound reproduction
480
Personal settings
480
Premium Sound(Bowers & Wilkins)
480
High Performance Pro(Harman Kardon)
481
High Performance
481
Premium Sound(Bowers & Wilkins)
481
High Performance Pro(Harman Kardon)
481
Changing wavebands
486
Changing a list in a waveband
486
Changing radio stations in a selected list
486
Searching for a station manually
487
Radio favorites
487
Adding and deleting radio favorites
487
FM Radio
488
SiriusXM®Satellite radio
488
Introduction
489
Artist Experience™
489
Ball game mode
489
Benefits of digital broadcasting
489
How HD Radio ™Technologybroadcasting works
490
Selecting sub-channels
491
Limitations
491
Listening to satellite radio
492
Selecting SiriusXM®Satellite radio mode
492
Search
493
Channels
493
Favorites
493
Categories/Genres
493
EPG(Electronic Program Guide)
493
Alerts
493
iTunes tagging
494
Traffic Jump
495
Alert Notifications
495
Alert Notifications Sound
495
Sort Channels
495
iTunes Tagging
495
Game Alerts
495
Unsubscribed Services
495
Skipped Stations
495
Skipped Categories
495
Starting SiriusXM Travel Link
496
Favorites
496
Map view
497
Today
497
5 days
498
Ski condition
498
Areas
498
Search
499
Nearby
499
Recommended
500
Favorites
500
Brands
500
CD
502
USB flash drive
502
MP3 player and iPod®
502
Bluetooth-connected device
502
Media with Internet connection
502
Video
502
Apple CarPlay
502
Android Auto
502
Updating Gracenote
505
Technical specifications for the USB-A connector
509
Subtitles
509
DivX®
510
CarPlay to iPod
512
iPod to CarPlay
512
Automatic start
513
System Volumes
513
Automatic start
516
System Volumes
516
Overview
517
Option 1 - searching for the phone from the vehicle
518
Option 2 - searching for the vehicle from the phone
519
Compatible phones
519
Making multiple calls
522
Incoming calls while another call is in progress
522
Privacy
522
Reading text messages in the center display aloud
523
Reading new text messages in the instrument panel aloud
523
Dictating replies in the instrument panel
523
Message alert
523
Call notifications in head up display
524
Bluetooth®declaration of conformity
525
Phone to vehicle
531
Phone to network operator
531
Restarting the phone
531
Deleting all networks
531
Privacy and data sharing
532
Enabling data sharing when starting a service
533
Bowers & Wilkins
535
Gracenote®End User License Agreement
536
Sensus software
536
Linux software
537
camellia:1.2.0
538
Unicode: 5.1.0
538
Declaration of Conformity
539
Recommended tires
548
New tires
548
Tire age
549
Tire economy
549
Tire rotation
549
Storing wheels and tires
549
Speed Symbol
553
TREADWEAR
554
TRACTION
554
TEMPERATURE
554
Cold tires
555
General information about the tire pressure monitoring system
557
Messages in the instrument panel
558
To keep in mind
558
Status indicator light
560
Changing to tires of another dimension
562
Locking wheel bolts
563
Tips for changing snow tires
569
Studded tires
569
Tread depth
569
Location
571
Sealing compound expiration date
571
Overview
571
Connecting
572
Curb weight
576
Capacity weight
576
Permissible axle weight
576
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
576
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
576
In vehicles with sixseats
580
In vehicles with sevenseats
580
Third row of seats
580
12 V outlets
582
Electrical outlets in the tunnel console - rear seat
582
High-voltage outlet status indicator light
582
Using 12 V outlets
584
Using high-voltage outlets
584
Locking and unlocking the glove box
585
Using the glove box as a cooled area
585
Extra cargo space
587
Raising/lowering the rear end of the vehicle
587
On the sides of the cargo compartment
589
Installing the cargo compartment cover
590
Removing the cargo compartment cover
590
Retracting the cover
592
Installation
593
Removing the cover
594
Installing the cargo net
595
Removing the cargo net
596
The Federal Clean Air Act - U.S.
598
Maintenance
598
Applicable warranties - U.S./Canada
599
Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
599
How do states use OBD IIfor emission inspections?
599
How can my vehicle fail OBD IIemission inspection?
599
Each time the vehicle is refueled:
600
Monthly:
600
As needed:
600
Connecting with remote key
601
Searching for update
602
Updating all system software
602
Updating individual system software
602
Canceling software download
602
Deactivating the background search for software update
602
To use the service
603
Book service
603
Accepting an appointment suggestion
604
Vehicle information contents
604
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
607
Opening the hood
607
Warning - hood not closed
608
Closing the hood
608
Viewing oil level in the center display
611
Related information
613
Connection points
615
Location
617
Specifications for start battery
617
Coolant
619
Specifications for hybrid battery
619
Location of fuseboxes
621
Positions
624
Positions
631
Positions
638
Cleaning the leather upholstery
644
Protecting the leather upholstery
644
Treating stains on the steering wheel:
645
Important to keep in mind when handwashing your vehicle
647
Inspection and maintenance
652
Applying touch-up paint to a damaged surface
654
Color code
654
Changing rear window wipers
655
Wiper blades come in varying lengths
656
Activating/deactivating service position
657
Location of decals
662
Electric motor
670
Extreme driving conditions
671
Oil volume
671
Automatic transmission
672
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
673
Compressor oil
673
Evaporator
673
Related information
674
2020 Volvo Xc90 Twin Engine Overview
Introduction
The 2020 Volvo XC90 Twin Engine represents a harmonious blend of luxury, technology, and ecological responsibility. As part of Volvo's commitment to sustainability, this plug-in hybrid SUV boasts an elegant design coupled with advanced engineering, making it an ideal choice for discerning drivers who value both performance and environmental awareness. With a spacious interior and cutting-edge safety features, the XC90 Twin Engine sets a new standard for family-friendly SUVs.
Powertrains
The XC90 Twin Engine is powered by a dynamic 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, featuring both a turbocharger and a supercharger, delivering an impressive 313 horsepower. Complementing this traditional powertrain is an electric motor, adding an additional 87 horsepower and providing an all-electric range of approximately 18 miles. This formidable combination enables a seamless transition between electric and gasoline power, while also enhancing efficiency. With an 8-speed automatic transmission, the XC90 Twin Engine ensures a smooth and responsive driving experience across various terrains.
Trims
The 2020 XC90 Twin Engine is available in three main trims—Momentum, R-Design, and Inscription. The Momentum trim focuses on understated elegance, featuring leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, and advanced driver assistance systems. The R-Design adds a sporty edge with unique styling cues, sport seats, and upgraded alloy wheels. Meanwhile, the Inscription trim embraces luxury with premium materials, ambient lighting, and an enhanced sound system, offering an upscale driving experience that redefines notions of comfort.
Features
Loaded with cutting-edge features, the XC90 Twin Engine offers a customizable 12.3-inch digital driver display, a responsive 9-inch Sensus infotainment system, and a state-of-the-art audio system. Advanced safety technologies, such as Pilot Assist and City Safety, work collaboratively to enhance driver confidence, making every journey safer. Additionally, the spacious interior accommodates up to seven passengers, ensuring ample room for family and friends, while the versatile cargo space allows for a variety of lifestyle needs.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2020 Volvo XC90 Twin Engine serves as an invaluable resource, detailing every aspect of the vehicle's operation, maintenance schedules, and safety features. Clear diagrams, step-by-step instructions, and comprehensive guides on how to utilize the hybrid powertrain and infotainment system make it an indispensable companion for any XC90 owner. Whether you are looking to enhance your driving experience or ensure optimal vehicle care, the owner's manual provides essential insights into enjoying your luxury SUV to its fullest.
User manual download
The Volvo Xc90 Twin Engine owner manual for the 2020 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2020 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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